Manilva New Build Property

This collection presents the best new-build opportunities currently available in the Costa del Sol's next frontier - Manilva. 

Manilva has become a new-build hotspot and is drawing ever greater numbers of buyers thanks to a combination of factors:

• Affordable prices: Prices in Marbella, Mijas and Estepona have risen rapidly which has left buyers searching for more affordable alternatives. In Manilva it is possible to find 2 bed apartments within walking distance of the beach and amenities for under €300,000
• Tranquility: While the buzz of the Costa del Sol is unique and the reason many people want to buy here, others get tired of the traffic, queues and dense development. Manilva offers a serenity and degree of space that is hard to find on other areas of the coast. 
• Investment potential: Prices are already rising fast in Manilva but from a low level. For investors who have seen the increases in Estepona over recent years Manilva offers a fresh shot at getting in early and enjoying strong returns on investment. 
• Amenities: OK, so Manilva isn't as developed as Marbella or Fuengirola in terms of amenities but it does have the popular Puerto de la Duquesa, the La Duquesa Golf & Country Club course and the charming town of Manilva itself. That's without even mentioning the beautiful beaches!
• Golf: As well as the course at La Duquesa residents in Manilva have easy access to the courses in Estepona West such as Doña Julia, Valle Romano and Casares Costa as well as the fantastic courses around Sotogrande, Valderrama, La Reserva and La Cañada among others. 
• Gibraltar: Many of the developments in Manilva are around 40 minutes drive from Gibraltar airport which has plans to expand. The airport will soon be accepting new routes from other EU countries which will give a huge boost to the Costa del Sol West including Manilva. 
• Locations: A lot of the best locations in Marbella, Mijas, Estepona and other Costa del Sol hotspots have already been built on. This is not the case in Manilva. There are great developments being built around Puerto de la Duquesa and other prime areas in the municipality. With the proliferation of of new build projects will also come new restaurants, shops and other amenities.

All of this is creating a real buzz around Manilva and while it is still early days for the area, we see it as an area perfect for various types of buyer:

• Those wanting to experience "the real Spain" while still being a short distance from airports and major international hotspots such as Puerto Banus, Marbella, Sotogrande and Malaga city. 
• Investors looking for areas that have huge potential upside for growth with relatively low entry level. This included investors who feel they "missed the boat" with Estepona and don't want to make the same mistake again.
• People wanting to buy new-build property on the Costa del Sol with budgets that would only get them a one bedroom flat at best in more well-known areas of the coast. Also those who don't want to buy new-build in the "off" locations that many of the projects have in Mijas and Estepona. 

The Sotogrande Connection

Alongside Puerto Banus sits Sotogrande as one of the Costa del Sol's most emblematic luxury destinations. Puerto Banus is flashy, designer and loud and Sotogrande is considered ideal for those who prefer quiet luxury, it is a place that combines sun, golf and the best of the Spanish lifestyle with a more tranquil and exclusive feel. The fact that Sotogrande is only around fifteen minutes from the developments on Manilva's coast is fantastic and allows those who want to enjoy the facilities of Sotogrande, its marina, restaurants and bars, as well as the numerous surrounding golf courses, to get a topquality property at a fraction of the price it would be in Sotogrande itself. 

Who should NOT buy in Manilva

While Manilva is ideal for some it is definitely not for everyone. In our opinion, these are the types of people who should probably steer clear of Manilva:

• If you want to be in the buzzing epicentre of the Costa del Sol then Manilva is not it. While you can reach Puerto Banus by car in around thirty minutes Manilva is generally for those who are happy with a slower pace of life, enjoy being able to access nature easily and do not need to be around the corner from luxury clothes shops and nightclubs.
• Those looking for an Estepona 2.0 in terms of the town itself will also be disappointed. Manilva town is much smaller and set inland while the coastal populations are also smaller and less developed. 
• Another category of people who may not like Manilva are those who don't like lots of construction and change around them. The municipality is expected to witness a large amount of new construction over coming years and that could even bring with it a change in the character and feel of the place itself. 

What is the current range of projects like?

At the moment there are a good range of projects up for sale including developments first line to the sea such as Vesta Mare where prices go all the way up to close to €1.5M for the best units, to more affordable options such as Alonia where you can get a two bedroom apartents for under €300,000 and Amphora Beach Residences where two bedroom apartments with large terraces start at around €350,000. 

If you are interested in Manilva and would like to get our opinion on which project would be best suited to you then contact us today.